Red Cross Issues Urgent Call For Blood Donations

The American Red Cross has issued an urgent call for blood and platelet donations. Red Cross Communications Manager Todd Kulman says there is less than a three-day supply of most blood types and less than two-days of type O. A 5-day supply is ideal.

“This comes after a significant shortfall in donations during the Fourth of July holiday week, and the Red Cross has also seen some challenges finding new blood donors,” Kulman said.

Kulman says there are numerous opportunities around the state to donate. There will be blood drives throughout Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties this month. You can see a list of them below.